Moth Bean (Noun)
Meaning
East Indian legume having hairy foliage and small yellow flowers followed by cylindrical pods; used especially in India for food and forage and as a soil conditioner; sometimes placed in genus Phaseolus.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The moth_bean is an essential crop in many East Indian regions where it is widely cultivated for its nutritional value.
- Moth_bean seeds are roasted as a snack or boiled and used in a variety of dishes, making it an integral part of the local cuisine.
- Farmers often use moth_bean as a cover crop to regulate soil temperature and prevent erosion during the rainy season.
- In some parts of India, moth_bean is considered a medicinal plant, and its leaves and flowers are used to treat various ailments.
- To improve soil fertility, farmers usually intercrop moth_bean with other crops like wheat and cotton, taking advantage of its nitrogen-fixing properties.